UNLV evaluates quarterbacks ahead of Memphis game next week

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 23, 2026, 2:38 AM

Last updated Aug 23, 2026

UNLV evaluates quarterbacks ahead of Memphis game next week

Summary

UNLV is finalizing its quarterback situation ahead of its upcoming game against Memphis on August 29. Head coach Dan Mullen has not announced a starter, with Auburn transfer Jackson Arnold competing with senior Alex Orji. Orji is returning from a leg injury that sidelined him for the previous season. Both quarterbacks may see playing time in the game, as Mullen aims to keep Memphis guessing about his choices. This situation mirrors Memphis's own quarterback evaluations as they prepare for the matchup.

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•UNLV plays Memphis on August 29
•Dan Mullen has not named a starting quarterback
•Jackson Arnold competes with Alex Orji
•Alex Orji returns after missing last season
•Memphis also assessing its quarterback options

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2:38 AMYahoo Sports — What to make of UNLV’s QB situation a week before the Tigers head to Las Vegas

What they're saying

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Memphis has spent most of the offseason evaluating quarterbacks Marcus Stokes and Air Noland for the starting quarterback position, and it appears UNLV could be doing the same with a pair of its quarterbacks.
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